The official word from the Sixers was that Embiid (left knee injury management), George (left knee bone bruise) and Kyle Lowry (right hip strain) would all remain out for the team’s matchup Wednesday night vs. the Rockets. However, George partially participated in practice and said he’s aiming to return to action “within the next week.”

As the Sixers now move forward, coach Nick Nurse gave the latest on both George and Embiid before the contest with the Clippers. "I think they’re both progressing OK," Nurse said. "Paul was on the court and doing some work. Just talked to Joel a few hours ago earlier today. He says he’s feeling a little better. Swelling’s getting better."

All-Stars Paul George and Joel Embiid both missed Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers with knee injuries.